2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C2 and 2001 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2. 2001 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C2 | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C2 | Vitara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |